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Old 22-01-19, 01:08 PM
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Is it possible to say of this is a genuine Sniper Badge. I've been told that it is post 1943 British but I not convinced. Is it even British or just a fantasy?

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Old 22-01-19, 01:54 PM
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Not British.

try one of the South African countries and more modern times.

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Old 22-01-19, 02:08 PM
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Simon, Thanks for taking the time.
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Old 22-01-19, 06:17 PM
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It looks similar to the SA Police Service marksman's badge that I have in my collection. It isn't the same though. The rifles are not identical. Mine looks like R5 rifles and it has pins, not lugs on the back. Regards Andrew
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Old 22-01-19, 08:37 PM
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Thanks folks. I think it must be some sort of hybrid copy.
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